Bartender

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Be part of the Shack Girl team who are motivated, energetic, and excited to serve and lead the restaurant to success. The ideal Shack Girl possesses a welcoming and friendly personality, and exceptional customer service abilities. We believe the success of our restaurant is reflected in the customer service abilities of our Shack Girls. In addition, we offer Vision, Dental, Health benefits, Paid Vacation, and competitive wages. Are you ready to be part of our Shack Girl Team?!

Company Overview:
The Shack Restaurants takes pride in being a locally owned business providing the Best Wings in our city since 2009!   The Shack is not only known for the best wings in town but also for our delicious made from scratch menu items like burgers, appetizers, salads, and more.  We offer a great atmosphere with sports, live music venues accompanied with great cocktails, and a great selection of beers.   

Job Summary:
The Shack Restaurants bartender provides a pleasant drinking experience for our guests. As a Shack Girl, you are required to provide friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience; attend to the details and presentation of each order, prepare and maintain ingredients by following recipes. You are to promote our products in a positive and entertaining manner to all guests. 

Responsibilities:

• Promote, work, and conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the mission of THE SHACK RESTAURANTS, 
• Slice and pit fruit and prepare other garnishes for drinks.
• Stock bar with beer, wine, liquor, and related supplies such as ice, glassware, napkins, or straws.
• Stock service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens.
• Arrange and maintain bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation, promotion of beverages, and attractive displays.
• Check identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Present drink menus, make recommendations, and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the restaurant’s standard drink recipes.
• Take food and beverage orders from serving staff or directly from guests seated at the bar.
• Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests’ needs and support the operation of the restaurant.
• Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
• Record drink orders accurately and immediately after having received them into the register system.
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges, and cash transactions if necessary.
• Balance cash receipts at the end of shift.
• Attempt to limit alcohol consumption to avoid any liability related to guests’ excessive drinking.
• Taking steps such as persuading guests to stop drinking or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated guests.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to the restaurant manager.
• Partake in all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestions for improvement.
• Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, tidying up server station, taking out trash, or checking and cleaning bathroom.
• Fill salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiment, and napkin containers.

Qualifications:
Qualifications for bartender require obtaining TABC Certification, Food Handlers, must be 18 year of age or older. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.